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Desert Date Palm

Phoenix Dactylifera

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Overview

The Phoenix dactylifera, commonly called the Desert Date Palm, reaches heights of 50-75 feet. It's prized for its majestic form, deep-green frond spread of up to 25 feet, and edible dates. Hardy in zones 9-11, it requires full sun and well-drained soil. This drought-tolerant palm adds vertical drama and a tropical flair, though it demands space for its wide canopy. Essential to arid landscape designs, it's both functional and ornamental.

Sun FullWater Low, Medium, Very LowZones 10–10Type PalmClimate Arid
Desert Date Palm (Phoenix Dactylifera) — The Phoenix dactylifera, commonly called the Desert Date Palm, reaches heights of 50-75 feet

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium, Very Low
USDA zones
10–10

Shape & size

Mature height
80–100 Ft.
Mature width
25–40 Ft.

Classification

Type
Palm
Family
Arecaceae
Climate
Arid

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Desert Date Palm (Phoenix Dactylifera) — dactylifera can reach lengths of 10 to 20 feet and form a dense, arching crown; is a renowned species sought after for
Desert Date Palm (Phoenix Dactylifera) — Date Palm trees are relatively low in maintenance
Desert Date Palm (Phoenix Dactylifera) — it is remarkably long-lived
Desert Date Palm (Phoenix Dactylifera) — commonly referred to as the Desert Date Palm or simply Date Palm; tropical vibe to the garden.<br><br>While the Date
Desert Date Palm (Phoenix Dactylifera) — Essential to arid landscape designs, it's both functional and ornamental; consider that it can attain majestic heights
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